Research Papers
Dental human enamel wear caused by ceramic antagonists: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2025 • Vol. 69 (2)
PURPOSE: Fixed restorations and dental enamel have different structures that produce different wear on opposing teeth, resulting in clinical problems. Therefore, it is necessary to determine the type…
Argueta-Figueroa, L; Carrasco-Gutierrez, R; Casillas-Santana, M
Enhanced functionality and migration of human gingival fibroblasts on vacuum ultraviolet light-treated titanium: An implication for mitigating cellular stress to improve peri-implant cellular reaction.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2025 • Vol. 69 (2)
PURPOSE: The maintenance of peri-implant health relies significantly on the integrity of the peri-implant seal, particularly vulnerable at the interface between implant abutment and soft tissue. Earl…
Juanatas, M; Komatsu, K; Matsuura, T
Efficacy of initial conservative treatment options for temporomandibular disorders: A network meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2025 • Vol. 69 (2)
PURPOSE: This network meta-analysis (NMA) of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) aimed to identify effective initial conservative treatment strategies for patients with temporomandibular joint disord…
Abe, T; Fujihara, Y; Fukazawa, T
Accuracy of conventional versus additive cast-fabrication in implant prosthodontics: A systematic review and meta-analysis of in vitro studies.
Journal of prosthodontic research • 2025 • Vol. 69 (2)
PURPOSE: Additive cast-fabrication has yet to be used as commonly in implant prosthodontics as conventional methods. This review aimed to investigate the accuracy of additive cast-fabrication in impl…
Agocs, G; Hegyi, P; Hermann, P
Effects of photobiostimulation and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy associated with gingival grafts for root coverage: three-arm randomized clinical trial.
Lasers in medical science • 2025 • Vol. 40 (1)
To compare the effects of different laser therapies as adjuncts to root coverage of multiple gingival recessions (MGR) through a three-arm parallel study. Fifty-four patients with MGR underwent stand…
Cardoso, M; Damante, C; Sant'Ana, A
Oral healthcare access: self-perceived barriers faced during pregnancy - a systematic review.
BMC public health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: Pregnancy encompasses physiological changes that impact oral health. Despite oral health care's importance, pregnant women underutilize these services due to various barriers. This system…
Fonseca, M; Frey-Furtado, L; Listl, S
Advancing Biomedical Research on Salivary Antioxidants: Exploring the Significance in Oral Precancer and Cancer.
Oncology (Williston Park, N.Y.) • 2025 • Vol. 39 (3)
Under normal physiological circumstances, an equilibrium exists between prooxidants and antioxidants in the body. The body generates free radicals as part of its natural cellular metabolism. However,…
Bharadwaj, R; Cs, V; Doddawad, V
Evaluation of Turkish illustrated story books on oral hygiene.
BMC oral health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: The acquisition of oral hygiene habits during early childhood plays an important role in the prevention of dental caries. Illustrated storybooks can be an effective tool for teaching chil…
Ozturk, Z; Sagdic, S
Mucosal deposit after triamcinolone injection: a case report.
BMC oral health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: Oral ulcers exhibit diverse symptoms and etiologies. The treatment approach varies depending on the size and characteristics of the ulcer, typically starting with topical therapies such a…
Byun, J; Jung, J; Kang, K
Interplay between MRI radiomics and immune gene expression signatures in oral squamous cell carcinoma.
Scientific reports • 2025 • Vol. 15 (1)
With the advances in immunotherapy and the challenge of poor responsiveness in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) patients, understanding the tumor microenvironment is crucial. Radiogenomics offers …
Cavalieri, S; Corino, V; Corti, A
Comparison of the incidence and severity of postoperative sore throat and subglottic airway injury with cylindrical versus tapered cuff endotracheal tubes in women undergoing surgery for breast cancer: a randomized controlled trial.
BMC anesthesiology • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: Postoperative sore throat (POST) is a minor complication of general anesthesia with tracheal intubation but may negatively affect patient satisfaction and postoperative recovery. The shap…
Chan, S; Chen, G; Cheng, S
Therapeutic and protective effects of light-cured varnishes on erosive lesions: an in vitro study.
BMC oral health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of light-cured fluoride varnishes on artificial erosive lesions. METHODS: Thirty extracted third molars were subjected to a 5-day erosive cycl…
Guven, Y; Imren, E
Early diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia utilizing clinical, radiographic, and dental age indicators.
Scientific reports • 2025 • Vol. 15 (1)
Leukemic patients often display clinical signs like anemia, thrombocytopenia, and hepatosplenomegaly. Early diagnosis is crucial for intervention and improved prognosis. Dentists can help identify th…
El-Desouky, S; El-Shanshory, M; Ghouraba, R
Laser patterned microcoagulation (LPM) in the management of desquamative gingivitis secondary to oral lichen planus: A randomized controlled pilot clinical trial (LPM TRIAL).
Lasers in medical science • 2025 • Vol. 40 (1)
The application of laser patterned microcoagulation (LPM) for the management of desquamative gingivitis secondary to oral lichen planus (OLP) was investigated. This single-centre, randomized, sham-co…
Chopra, S; Francis, D; Harish, R
Effect of occlusal interference on condylar position and trajectory of movement: a randomized crossover-controlled trial.
BMC oral health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
OBJECTIVE: The occlusal interferences may alter the position of the condyles in the articular fossa and trigger abnormal mandibular movements, but the specific effects on condylar position and moveme…
Lv, B; Niu, W; Wei, M
Accuracy of robotic computer-assisted implant surgery in clinical studies: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
BMC oral health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
OBJECTIVES: To analyze the accuracy of the robotic system in clinical studies and assess potential factors that might affect the accuracy of robotic implant placement. MATERIALS AND METHODS: PubMed, …
Beuer, F; Li, A; Li, J
Effect of different remineralization agents on the optical properties of bleached enamel.
BMC oral health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of different remineralization agents applied immediately after bleaching on the colour stability, whiteness index and whiteness index diff…
Ertemur, A; Yazkan, B
The evaluation of posterior superior alveolar Canal in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate using cone-beam computed tomography.
BMC oral health • 2025 • Vol. 25 (1)
BACKGROUND: This study evaluates the location and supero-inferior diameter of the posterior superior alveolar canal (PSAC) in adolescent patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate (CLP) using cone…
Akdogan, H; Cukurluoglu, A; Soydan Cabuk, D
Multi-modal management of dental fluorosis in a family: A case series.
Medicine • 2025 • Vol. 104 (15)
RATIONALE: This case series addresses the management of dental fluorosis, a condition caused by excessive fluoride intake during tooth development. The 3 patients in this report, all from the same fa…
AlMutairi, F; Althobati, M; Alwadai, G
Personality traits and their effects in patients with hemifacial spasm.
Scientific reports • 2025 • Vol. 15 (1)
This study aimed to investigate the personality traits of patients with hemifacial spasm (HFS) and their effects on depression, anxiety, social phobia, and quality of life (QoL). This was a prospecti…
Han, Y; Jung, W; Lee, B